Regina – Saskatchewan students pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture were awarded scholarships from the federal and provincial governments.
Marleigh Mann from Lloydminster was awarded $6,000 towards her post-secondary studies as the grand prize recipient. Mann’s essay highlighted the future of sustainable agriculture, promoting innovation, adaptability, and the overall vitality of the industry. Furthermore, it advocated for building public trust and transparency through educational opportunities such as farm tours and social media campaigns surrounding sustainable agricultural practices. Mann sees the agriculture industry heading in a positive direction.
Clare Wever from Lloydminster, Katie Moyle from Hanley and Madalynn Anderson from Rosetown were all awarded $3,000 as the runners-up. The recipients will be attending post-secondary at the University of Saskatchewan in the fall at the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. Their fields of study will range from animal health and welfare to agribusiness and agricultural sciences.
“Young people are the future of our sector, so this scholarship program will pay dividends for years to come. By furthering their post-secondary education, these young people are setting a foundation for careers in a strong, sustainable agricultural sector.” – Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food